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Accessible Expressions Ohio

A Black woman with dark black curls stands beside a painting on a gray wall. The painting has a bright blue tail on a background of clashing dark colors. The blue is shaped lie a long tail.
Youth Artist MJ Cooper stands beside her painting, "A Mermaid's Tale" at the AEO 23 Opening Reception. Photo Credit: Massillon Museum

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Accessible Expressions Ohio (AEO) is one of the most diverse art exhibits on display. It is an adjudicated, statewide exhibition and tour of sixty 2D and 3D art by Ohio artists with disabilities. Artists of any age, living in Ohio, with a disability may enter in the Youth, Emerging, or Professional categories. The 2023 Call for Art opens September 5th, so check back soon to access the application! 

Click here to apply to Accessible Expressions Ohio 2024

Email Simone@ArtPossibleOhio.org for Microsoft Word version of the application or click the button below for a PDF version.

Click here to download a PDF of the Application

Microsoft Word Applications and hard copy application can also be emailed or mailed upon request. Contact Simone@ArtPossibleOhio.org or call 380.799.6253

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Accessible Expressions Ohio opening at Massillon Museum on April 1, 2023
Two individuals peer at a 3-d artwork in a glass case at the Massillon Museum. The 3d work is a turquoise head with flowers on top and a white base.
Patrons peer at artwork at MassMu Opening Day, April 1, 2023

Host

Host Accessible Expressions Ohio at a site in your neighborhood. We work to make this easy for you: flexible date availability for scheduling; just the right number of pieces to meet the needs of your space; and a Art Possible Ohio staff member will assist with installation and deinstallation.

Art Possible Ohio typically schedules host site dates up to a year in advance, so contact us today to learn more or apply below! 

Click Here to Apply to Host
Click Here to download a PDF version of Host Site Application
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Deeply Buried by Nicholas Kramer, acrylic on paper, 2020

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Each year Art Possible Ohio's Board of Directors purchases an artwork for the annual exhibition for our permenant collection.

Click Here to View the Collection
Fiber flowers in colors of purple, blue and white stand on wire stems coming out from a wooden board base.
2023 AEO Artist Samantha Brown's "Flowers in the Wind"

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Art Possible Ohio encourages the sale of artwork and your artwork purchase supports artists directly. We adds a 20% commission on sales to cover the cost of tours and administration. 

Our 2023 exhibition is online and many pieces are for sale. Click the button below to check out and purchase one of this year's great works.  

Click Here to Visit the Square Store

Accessible Expressions Ohio FAQs

Am I eligible to participate in Accessible Expressions Ohio?

Artists of any age, who are residents of Ohio and have a disability are eligible to apply. As defined by the ADA, a disability is a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. You do not have to disclose the actual disability.

What type of artwork can I submit?

Submissions must be original artwork, completed within the last 2 years. Artists may submit one (1) or two (2) entries. All artwork must have a visual component, but can be 2D, 3D, and/or wearable.

How does the review process work?

Entries are reviewed by a panel of practicing artists, educators, and arts administrators who determine standards, originality, and diversity. The team chooses which works will be in the exhibition and which will receive awards. All decisions are final. 

Will I receive recognition?

We will post your work to our virtual exhibition through Facebook and Instagram. If your artwork is for sale it will be featured on our Square store. We will also send you a certificate of participation. Accessible Expressions Ohio also has awards available that will be chosen by the exhibition judges: Best in Show; 1st place - 3rd place in each of the three categories; and the Current Events Special Award.

Can I sell my work?

Absolutely! Art Possible Ohio encourages the sale of artwork. Art Possible Ohio adds a 20% commission on sales to cover the cost of tours and administration so please take that into consideration when you price your artworks.

I am having difficulty accessing the online application. Do you have a printable one?

Sure do! 

Email Megan for a printable copy megan@artpossibleohio.org

Artist Professional Development Webinars

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July 15, 2022

Money Received from Artwork: The Effect on SSI Disability Benefits

In this presentation, OSHIP Medicate Volunteer Counselor, Darenda Geer will discuss how the receipt of financial awards such as payment from art sales, income, and grants effect disability benefits to include healthcare, housing, food assistance. Financial calculation examples will be given as well as work incentives that can help individuals keep more of their cash benefit when receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

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February 16, 2022

Getting Your Artwork Seen

Join Lynette Santoro-Au, Executive Director of the reputable ROY G BIV Gallery, as she shares hot tips for emerging artists who wish to advance their professional opportunities with gallery spaces. She’ll touch on how ROY G BIV gallery supports the impact of new art and artists, what excites her about supporting emerging artists, and what makes an artist portfolio stand out among others. This will be an informal presentation with opportunities for attendees to ask questions and share personal experiences.

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October 26, 2021

Photographing Your Artwork for Exhibits

This workshop outlines a few simple, but fundamental rules that all artists should know when documenting their work for professional, personal, or social purposes. We will look at a few of the challenges that come up when translating a physical object (your art) into a digital object (your art as an electronic file) so that it can be easily shared with others for entry into exhibitions and online platforms. The workshop will also provide a variety of recommendations for digital tools, alternative to expensive professional equipment, in order to make the process of documenting more fun and accessible. 

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Art Possible is committed to providing excellent experiences, engaging the broadest possible audiences, and breaking down barriers to participation. Specific accommodations are listed for each program; requests for other professional services should be made at least two weeks in advance.

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Art Possible Ohio and its programming is made possible in part by state tax dollars allocated by the Ohio Legislature to the Ohio Arts Council (OAC). The OAC is a state agency that funds and supports quality arts experiences to strengthen Ohio communities culturally, educationally, and economically.

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This website made possible by a generous grant from the Greater Columbus Arts Council.

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Major funding for Art Possible Ohio programming is provided by the Ohio Department of Education Office for Exceptional Children.

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